Confronting Discrimination
2024-04-02 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-07 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-04 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-07-02 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | MA
**No meeting in June, July, and August**
These meetings/trainings are discussions for adults and youth about discrimination and bias. Meets monthly on the first Tuesday at 2:00pm. Contact Wendy Garf-Lipp at wendy@unfr.org for the Zoom link.

Coalition Against Period Poverty (CAPP)
2024-04-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
**No meeting in June, July, and August**
The Coalition Against Period Poverty works on assuring that all menstruators have free and dignified access to menstrual products in schools, shelters, jails, and public facilities. Flow Justice, a sub-committee of CAPP, provides access to menstrual hygiene products and educates youth and adults on menstrual health, access, and equity.
Currently meets monthly on the first Thursday at 10:00am. Email wendy@unfr.org for the Zoom link.

The Vagina Monologues
2024-04-12 20:00 - 22:30 | Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan Street, Fall River, MA, 02721, United States
The Vagina Monologues has rocked audiences around the world with a chorus of lusty, outrageous, poignant, and thoroughly human stories. Audience response to this award-winning play inspired V-Day, a global activist movement to end violence against all women, girls, and the Earth.
A portion of our profits will go to help support The Coalition Against Period Poverty which has been providing free menstrual product and education all over the Southcoast.
$27 Advance | $30 Day of Show
Doors 7pm | Show 8pm
Narrows Center for the Arts
16 Anawan Street
Fall River, MA 02721

Community Wellness Initiative
2024-05-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
**No meeting in June, July, and August**
Community based committee to support mental health, suicide prevention, and well being of the residents of Fall River.
Meets the first Monday of the month. Contact Wendy Garf-Lipp at wendy@unfr.org for the Zoom link.

Spring into Wellness Expo
2024-05-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Fonseca Elementary School, 160 Wall Street, Fall River, MA, 02723, United States
Join us in this fun-filled community wellness event! There will be over 40 partners in our community resource fair, along with activities including art, dance, drumming, music, face painting, a DJ, a sensei, yoga, fitness, and so much more! This event is free, and there will be lots of free giveaways, including a drawing at the end for a large screen television, AirPods headphones, Beats headphones, and more!!

Lunch and Learn
2024-05-22 09:30 - 15:00 | White’s of Westport, 66 State Road, Westport, 02790
Going from Father Engagement to Father Equality, Inclusion, and Equity
Father Engagement has become the standard for many organizations, but to bring fathers fully to the table and truly include them in the process, social workers must move beyond fatherhood engagement to father equality, inclusion, and ultimately equity for all fathers. This training re-imagines equity from a fatherhood lens and discusses what is needed to give fathers the equity they deserve.
Mr. Muhammad will encourage participants to not only engage fathers deeply but also address fathers receiving equal services to mothers, inclusion of fathers at all levels of treatment and services, and ultimately identifying what fathers need to be successful. This is an interactive presentation; feedback, questions, and alternative ideas are welcomed.
Presented by Abdul-Rahmaan I. Muhammad, Executive Director and Founder of My People Clinical Services. Founded on March 5, 2005, My People Clinical Services offers a wide array of both therapeutic and non-therapeutic, supports, services, and programs. He is also one of the Tri Chairs of the Statewide Fatherhood Engagement Leadership Team.

Wings On The Watuppa: Birdwatching in the Bioreserve
2024-05-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Watuppa Reservation Headquarters, 2929 Blossom Rd, Fall River, 02790
Join us for a morning of Birdwatching in the BioReserve!
Please register for one (1) of the four (4) available time slots (8a, 9a, 10a, 11a)
The Bioreserve is historically and ecologically significant land in the southwestern portion of the Bioreserve protects clean drinking water in North Watuppa Pond for city residents. With miles of trails through the interior forest, Watuppa Reservation is a serene place to spot migrating birds and a secluded destination for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running.
Free Trolley Transportation is provided from the Third Street parking lot; please reserve space(s) using the link in your confirmation email. Parking is also available onsite.
This free program is offered with thanks to the Massachusetts Office of Outdoor Recreation.

Street Mag1k Documentary Premiere w/ Arron Allniter
2024-05-25 18:00 - 2024-06-01 20:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Live premiere of the Street MaG1k documentary with a live performance by founder Aaron Allniter.
This event will be held at the Ignition Space at 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA. The documentary features the growth of Street Mag1k, from its rocky beginnings to where it is now. Street Mag1k is behind multiple brands you know and love. This is a free, all-ages event. Street Mag1k merchandise will be available to purchase at the event.
(Parental discretion is advised as there will be explicit lyrics).
This event is presented by Street MaG1k Multi-Media in collaboration with the Fall River Arts Culture Coalition (FRACC).

FRACC June Meeting
2024-06-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Networking and updates from the Fall River Arts and Culture Coalition (FRACC). This month’s meeting is being held at Craftyish at 128 Anawan Street. This event is free and open to the public.
FRACC meetings are held regularly each month at 5 pm at rotating member locations or Zoom

Banking Services Available for Creative Small Businesses
2024-06-11 16:30 - 17:30 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Join us for a free workshop presented by FRACC in partnership with Bristol County Savings Bank.
This training is an important step toward creatives building a better business. This training has three sections: The first addresses banking services (except loans). The second covers financing options and sources available for creative small businesses. The third discusses how to avoid fraud and scams.

HealthFirst Opening Market Day
2024-06-12 14:00 - 17:00 | HealthFirst, 387 Quarry St., Fall River, 02723
Come plant a zucchini with the mayor, visit the bookmobile, and shop the Fall River farmers market! Take your zucchini plant home and watch it grow. Everything for your plant will be supplied for free.

Biophilia Exhibition Opening Reception
2024-06-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Join us for the opening reception of the “Biophilia” exhibition, created by Senra.
Senra is an Ignition Fund Grant winner, bringing her project “Biophilia” to life within The Ignition Space, located at 44 Troy St in Fall River, MA. This exhibition features pieces from various media including drawings, paintings, printmaking, and photography. This event is open to the public.

Planning With Your Whole Self In Your Art Practice
2024-06-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
This is 2-part series (4 hours in person + 2 hours online). Artists are asked to attend both sessions.
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSex2bmM8NQKDjyg7KFwCm4Xi42OtdCnAeqErQ5s1h-c_26n1Q/viewform
In this intimate, highly interactive series, artist John Vo introduces structures for achieving one’s creative goals without compromising the many additional roles and identities each artist holds. Participants will come away with the components of a personal and creative plan unique to their creative identity.
This workshop will tackle the following topics: MISSION invites artists to consider the central reasons why they make art, what drives them, and what values they wish to center in their practice and their lives. MONEY begins to tease apart the sticky questions of how to make one’s practice sustainable and how different forms of income can support one’s broader work. TIME interweaves all of these and considers strategies for structuring one’s life to make space for creating in harmony with all the roles in one’s life.
Participants should be prepared to actively engage with peers in a variety of group and partner discussions and exercises over the course of this series.
Open to artists of all identities and disciplines and centering multicultural experiences. 15 participants max. This live, interactive workshop will not be recorded

Biophilia, a Painting Workshop by Senra
2024-06-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/biophilia-a-painting-workshop-by-senra-tickets-913148982187
Join us for an enriching workshop about painting, hosted by artist Senra.
Held at the end of her “Biophilia” exhibition, Senra is holding a free painting workshop. This workshop, held at The Ignition Space at 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, is open to all ages, and abilities. Senra will provide step-by-step instructions and all the necessary materials to complete the painting. Limited spots are available.

Bloom Exhibition Opening Reception
2024-07-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Join us for the lively opening reception of the “Bloom” exhibition, created by local artist Filomena Botelho. Filomena unveils her vibrant and innovative floral artworks in the Ignition Space at 44 Troy Street Unit 2. Pieces varying from painting to crochet to mixed media will be displayed, so be sure to check it out.

Creative Directory Demo
2024-07-09 17:30 - 18:30 | MA
Register at https://bit.ly/FRACC-CGdemo
Learn about strategies for creating and managing your complimentary, user-driven profiles within the Creative Directory
Explore the nuances of optimizing your presence within this platform, ensuring your artistic endeavors receive the visibility and recognition they deserve.
This Creative Directory is powered by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ Creativeground – a free directory of New England artists, creatives, culture bearers, arts and culture organizations, and creative businesses. Using this directory is 100% free! Sign up to create a profile and account that showcases your work at https://thefracc.org/creative-directory.
Learn how to navigate the site, connect with fellow creatives, and showcase your work to a wider audience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of New England’s creative community.

Pizza and Puzzle Exchange Night
2024-07-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Fall River LGBTQ+ Community Resource Center, 26 Bedford St, Fall River, 02720
Come visit the Fall River LGBTQ+ Community Resource Center for Pizza and Puzzle Exchange Night! Bring home a new puzzle while enjoying a night of pizza, puzzles and music. Please call 508 961 9459 to register. All ages are welcome.

FRACC August Meeting
2024-07-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Vanson Leathers, 951 Broadway, Fall River, 02720
Networking and updates from the Fall River Arts & Culture (FRACC). Held every 2nd Monday of the month. Monday, August 12th, 5 PM – 6 PM. Open to all.
This meeting will be held in person at Vanson Leathers at 951 Broadway, Fall River

Bloom Paint Night
2024-07-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Join us for a hands-on workshop led by the artist behind the “Bloom” exhibition Filomena Botelho. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own flower paintings using unique tools such as air-filled balloons, artificial leaves, bubble wrap, and spoons.
Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of Fall River’s talented artists and unleash your creativity. This workshop is free and registration is required, visit thefracc.org/events-calendar to sign-up.

A Seat at the Table DEI Workshop
2024-07-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Fall River YMCA, 199 North Main Street, Fall River, 02720
Join us for an evening of community building, presented by Tia Castellano at the Fall River, MA YMCA.
This is a free 2-hour workshop designed to empower participants with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration needed to actively contribute to building more inclusive communities. It will include interactive discussions, presentations, and reflexive exercises celebrating Shirley Chisholm’s legacy of leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Popcorn Pajama Movie Night
2024-07-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Fall River LGBTQ+ Community Resource Center, 26 Bedford St, Fall River, 02720
Come visit the Fall River LGBTQ+ Community Resource Center for Popcorn Pajama Movie Night! Enjoy a family friendly movie with popcorn. Don’t forget to wear your pajamas! Please call 508 961 9459 to register.

Take Me to the River Exhibition
2024-08-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
This exhibition will feature a collection of art from seven artists with various mediums. The gallery is open Thursday & Friday 4 pm – 8 pm, and Saturday and Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm from August 2nd – 25th. Open and free to the public.

Fun With Friendship Bracelets
2024-08-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Fall River LGBTQ+ Community Resource Center, 26 Bedford St, Fall River, 02720
Come make friendship bracelets at the South Coast LGBTQ+ Community Resource Center! This free event is open to anyone and everyone. We will have snacks, candy and cartoons! Take a break from the sun and make some fun new bracelets at our new Center.

Paint and Popsicles
2024-08-08 15:00 - 17:30 | Family Resource Center, 45 Rock Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Join the Family Resource Center for this free family friendly event! Enjoy a popsicle while you paint. Call 508-567-1735 to register by August 1. The Family Resource Center is located at 45 Rock Street.

Mindfulness Moments with Crafts
2024-08-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Fall River LGBTQ+ Community Resource Center, 26 Bedford St, Fall River, 02720
Take a moment to unwind with mindfulness crafts at the South Coast LGBTQ+ Community Resource Center. Enjoy mandala painting, diamond painting, mindfulness coloring and more while relaxing in an affirming safe space. This free event is open to all and we look forward to having you!

Take Me to the River Opening Reception
2024-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Join us for a vibrant evening celebrating the opening of the “Take Me to the River” gallery exhibition. Free to the public
